Mint Chocolate Mousse Cake (Printable Version)

Creamy mint and chocolate mousse with a cookie crumb crust and rich, smooth layers chilled to perfection.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Crust

01 - 200 g chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs
02 - 85 g unsalted butter, melted

→ Mousse Filling

03 - 225 g cream cheese, softened
04 - 225 g dark chocolate, finely chopped
05 - 240 ml heavy whipping cream
06 - 100 g granulated sugar
07 - 5 ml peppermint extract
08 - 5 ml vanilla extract

→ Topping

09 - 240 ml whipped cream
10 - 15 g chocolate shavings

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Combine chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs with melted butter. Press the mixture evenly into the base of a springform pan.
02 - Gently melt dark chocolate until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
03 - Beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
04 - Blend melted chocolate, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
05 - Whip heavy cream to soft peaks, ensuring a light and airy texture.
06 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture to maintain volume.
07 - Spread the mousse evenly over the prepared crust and smooth the surface.
08 - Refrigerate the assembled dessert until it is fully set, approximately 6 hours.
09 - Before serving, garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings as desired.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Use high-quality dark chocolate for optimal flavor. Ensure all cream cheese and cream ingredients are well chilled before whipping.

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